Legal Question in Family Law in California

Generally, you are required to notify the other party of the purpose of an ex-parte. If notice would defeat the purpose of the ex-parte, it does not need to be given. You may be better off getting an order freezing the accounts rather than an order to cease disposing of and hiding the assets. If you do not have a final judgment, that order is already in effect. I suggest that you talk to an attorney. You may call my office for a free consultation. Good Luck, Pat McCrary

You will need to give them copies of all the papers you file with the court.